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Dominican Republic to reopen its border to essential trade but not Haitians

SANTO DOMINGO (AP) — The Dominican Republic government said Monday it will temporarily allow trade of essential products, including food and medications, on its border with Haiti. But it said…

John McCarthy October 10, 2023

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‘Cadmium Talks’ webinar helps cacao farmers in Caribbean navigate new EU regulations

BRIDGETOWN (IICA) — In response to the introduction in January 2019 of European Union (EU) regulations that stipulate stringent maximum levels (MLs) for cadmium content in chocolateand cocoa products imported…

John McCarthy October 9, 2023

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Here are 10 questions to ask digital marketing agencies before you hire one

In a world dominated by digital marketing tactics, businesses are constantly thrown curveballs on whether to work with a local based or Los Angeles Digital Marketing Agency for example. The dilemma people…

John McCarthy October 4, 2023

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SNAP and Section 8 Programs Spared For Now As Government Shutdown Averted

WASHINGTON (AP) — The threat of a federal government shutdown suddenly lifted late Saturday as President Joe Biden signed a temporary funding bill to keep agencies open with little time to spare…

John McCarthy October 1, 2023

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New California law raises minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour

SACRAMENTO (AP) — A new law in California will raise the minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour next year, an acknowledgment from the state’s Democratic leaders…

John McCarthy September 28, 2023

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Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 3.4 million vehicles due to fire risk and urge owners to park outdoors

DETROIT (AP) — Hyundai and Kia are recalling nearly 3.4 million vehicles in the U.S. and telling owners to park them outside due to the risk of engine compartment fires.…

John McCarthy September 27, 2023

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JPMorgan settles with the USVI for $75 million over Jeffrey Epstein ties

NEW YORK (Reuters) —JPMorgan Chase agreed to pay only $75 million to settle claims by the USVI that the bank aided in the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking. The largest…

John McCarthy September 27, 2023

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Judge rules Donald Trump defrauded banks, insurers while building real estate empire

Trump’s lawyer, Christopher Kise, said they intend to appeal the decision, calling it a “miscarriage of justice” and “completely disconnected from the facts and governing law.”

John McCarthy September 26, 2023

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Are you age 70 or older and not receiving Social Security benefits?

Retirement is not one-size-fits-all. It can mean different things to different people. Perhaps you have not applied for Social Security retirement benefits because you're still working or are delaying applying…

John McCarthy September 23, 2023

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48,000 mattresses sold at Costco may have been exposed to mold, regulators say

Safety regulators say FXI is recalling Novaform ComfortGrande and DreamAway mattresses sold at Costco because of possible mold exposure during manufacturing. ISSAQUAH, Washington (NBC) — Novaform ComfortGrande and DreamAway mattresses…

John McCarthy September 22, 2023